Dipsomaniac420
Well-Known Member
I got a home EZ cloner git up that I built...and I just received a new batch of clones, with roots already showing from <1" to 3". The clones are in ~2" rockwool cubes. I use Hydroton rocks and put 1 layer of rocks on the bottom of a 3" cup, followed by the rockwool, and then I surround it with more Hydroton. I put them into aeroponics because I want to grow a root base on them as quick as possible.
QUESTION #1:Since they all have roots showing, how worried should I be about stem rot due to the rockwool being fully saturated? I'm doing some preventative stuff like ensuring proper airflow and even applying beneficial bacteria and fungi to the stalk base and grow medium.
Assuming all goes well in my aeroponics git up and they all grow fabulous roots, then I'll be transferring them into my fencepost system for flowering. My fencepost flowering room has a flood/drain system PLUS a backup continuous drip system (in case one fails). The continuous drip system is actually a constant stream of water being poured onto the Hydroton at the top of each 3" cup. The drip/stream system for the fence posts definitely keeps the rockwool soaking wet because the stream never turns off (as I have it currently set).
QUESTION #2: Does the continuous stream of water going onto the Hydroton and then the rockwool in each 3" cup pose a potential problem for me, especially in regards to water logging the rockwool?
QUESTION #1:Since they all have roots showing, how worried should I be about stem rot due to the rockwool being fully saturated? I'm doing some preventative stuff like ensuring proper airflow and even applying beneficial bacteria and fungi to the stalk base and grow medium.
Assuming all goes well in my aeroponics git up and they all grow fabulous roots, then I'll be transferring them into my fencepost system for flowering. My fencepost flowering room has a flood/drain system PLUS a backup continuous drip system (in case one fails). The continuous drip system is actually a constant stream of water being poured onto the Hydroton at the top of each 3" cup. The drip/stream system for the fence posts definitely keeps the rockwool soaking wet because the stream never turns off (as I have it currently set).
QUESTION #2: Does the continuous stream of water going onto the Hydroton and then the rockwool in each 3" cup pose a potential problem for me, especially in regards to water logging the rockwool?